Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon 2026

The largest competitive road race in East Tennessee, the Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon is a multi-day, multi-distance experience that winds through downtown Knoxville, the University of Tennessee campus, and historic neighborhoods.

In 2026, the event expects 7,000+ participants across six events: Marathon, Half Marathon, Marathon Relay, 5K, Kids Run, and Health & Fitness Expo. Organized by the Knoxville Track Club, this race weekend is more than a competition—it’s a full-blown community celebration focused on physical well-being and civic pride.

Why it matters for sponsors:• Extensive exposure across print, TV, email, and social media• 45,000+ email newsletter subscribers• 600K+ annual website hits• 20,000+ attendees at the Health Expo• National and regional media coverage• Ingrained community roots through KTC’s nonprofit impact

Whether you’re activating on-site, leveraging media, or engaging local families, Knoxville delivers ROI with Southern charm and serious scale.